Capcom today announced the contents of the Devil May Cry 4 Collector’s Edition package, which will retail for $80. The expensive edition will come in a Steelbook case and feature two nice extras - volume 1 of the DMC animated series and a bonus DVD filled with extras.

The animated series disc includes the first four episodes of the 12 episode anime series, a $29.99 value. The other bonus disc will be one that players can slip into their computers; it will contain a “making of” feature on the game, music from the soundtrack, a digital art book, wallpapers, icons and screen savers.

Both the standard and collector’s edition packages will be available on PS3 and Xbox 360 on February 5, 2008. The game is also being released on PC.

It seems ‘Ultimate’ just isn’t ‘Ultimate’ enough for Namco Bandai; the company has announced Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 2, the sequel to the PS2 action fighter. Slated for release this Summer exclusively for the PS2, the game features over 30 playable characters, 16 unique stages and head-to-head style fighting for fans of the series.

In “NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja 2″ gamers can play through monumental events in the NARUTO storyline all while earning points toward upgrading their character’s strength, defense, agility, chakra and special abilities. Players can walk the path of NARUTO in the new all-new mode, Ultimate Road that will allow them to play through all of the pivotal events in the storyline, as well as unlock an original story, as more and more pieces of the NARUTO saga unfold. More than 60 exciting missions and seven challenging mini games will push potential ninja to their limit. Players can take the role of Naruto, Sasake, Kakashi, Rock Lee, Gara, Kiba and other favorites while taking on daunting tasks like battling the sand ninja and working their way through the Chunin exam, the test to move up in the ninja ranks. Ninja in training can perfect their skills in Practice mode then put their training to the test against a friend in the VS mode. With a vast amount of unlockable features such as playable characters, movies, music, collectible cards and more NARUTO fans will be busy for ages to come.

Coming from Kyoto-based Jupiter Corporation, the studio behind Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories, is BVG’s first videogame based on an original IP: Spectrobes. An anime-inspired action-RPG, the game is on track for release on March 15, 2007 for the DS.

Faced with the daunting task of defeating the Krawl, a powerful force poised to destroy the galaxy, Rallen and Jeena must excavate, awaken and train Spectrobes, prehistoric creatures that have recently been discovered. Only by enlisting the help of these ancient beings will Rallen and Jeena be able to save the galaxy from certain demise. Players will progress through the game and complete their mission by training each Spectrobe, helping them to evolve and become more powerful. With highly customizable elements and powers, gamers can tailor unique Spectrobes to fit their playing style. Spectrobes, featuring the look and feel of Japanese anime and manga, will immerse players in its engaging story and fascinating characters.

The Spectrobes website will feature webisodes that will give interested gamers the chance to know more about the characters of the Spectrobes world. Six episodes are planned for release over the next six months, culminating in the launch of the game.

Quickly name an anime series that has over a hundred episodes, tons of games and is still insanely popular? NARUTO!

Namco Bandai has announced the latest game title to the vehemently popular anime series - Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles, exclusive to the PS2 and scheduled for release this Winter.

“NARUTO: Uzumaki Chronicles” introduces a lush, never-before-seen 3D world that will test the players’ Ninjutsu skills as Naruto, the feisty orphan who wants to become the most respected and admired ninja of all time. A brand new story drives the missions as players experience the trials and tribulations of a ninja-in-training - fierce competition from fellow students and constant challenges from their teachers. Players can collect status-boosting chips and plates to customize all aspects of Naruto’s abilities and face-off against multiple enemies using either close combat moves or long-range weapons like shurikens and explosive cards. With familiar characters like Kakashi, Sasuke and Neji that can swoop in for assistance, “NARUTO: Uzumaki Chronicles” offers mini-games and lethal attacks straight from the popular anime series to satiate any aspiring ninja.

Sega has put up the official website for the game based on Appleseed, an anime movie released last year. Based on the series created by Masamune Shirow (Ghost in the Shell), the game will be a fighting and gun action title, with DreamFactory handling development.

The game is scheduled for release this September in Japan and is exclusive to the PS2. No North American plans were mentioned.

Namco Bandai has announced Eureka Seven Vol. 1: The New Wave, a mecha combat adventure title that is the prequel to the similarly named anime series from Bandai Entertainment. Due for release this Fall on the PS2, Eureka will offer “stunning aerial boarding” and “thrilling robot battles”.

Featuring transformable mechas called LFO (Light Finding Operation), “Eureka Seven Vol. 1: The New Wave” introduces Sumner Sturgeon, a budding LFO pilot trainee on a lush, futuristic planet whose primary energy source are “trapars” - invisible energy particles that provides lift for aerial travel. An aspiring elite military officer, Sumner can transform his LFO into its humanoid form to surf the skies on a ref board or remain in vehicle mode to participate in exhilarating high-speed chases. “Eureka Seven Vol. 1: The New Wave” offers a variety of gameplay modes as the gamer can switch from playing the character and controlling the LFO mechas in real time. With customizable mechas, this upcoming title guarantees an intriguing storyline and exciting combat in an unforgettable sci-fi world.